Quoted from Antonia M Rogers, Music Teacher (Flute) from Texas USA
Every teacher emphasizes different aspects of learning. After many years of teaching, I have identified the skills I believe are the most important in developing students who are technically proficient, love playing the flute, and embrace music in their lives. Some of these skills are measurable, others are not. I have achieved my goals when students:
• Are successful musicians, not just flute players.
• Play using proper technique with a beautiful tone.
• Play musically and know how to phrase, where to breathe, and how to express the composer’s intentions and their own emotions through their playing.
• Play a wide variety of solo and ensemble repertoire.
• Become their own teacher by applying the basics of music theory and technique, solving their own technique problems, and learning to make choices. Students will not only perform certain pieces well, they will understand them and know how to practice the steps needed to perfect them.
• Set personal, technical, and performance goals, and work toward becoming the best musician they can possibly be.
• Enjoy their lessons and the benefits of personal relationships forged through music.
• Include music as a joyful part of their lives. They incorporate music into their lives by listening to classical music on the radio and on CDs, attending concerts, becoming passionate about their favorite pieces, sharing music with friends, playing in ensembles, and being eager to perform. My greatest wish is that their joy for music will infuse the rest of their lives.
• Apply music skills such as goal setting and perseverance to other aspects of their lives, leading them to be more confident, happier people with a greater ability to succeed in other areas of their lives. True self-confidence is achieved through attempting important goals, overcoming challenges, and achieving goals.
WEIGHT LOSS GOALS FOR ADVENTURERS -Created by Rozana Yunos, Weight Loss Adventurer since September 2009
Every person has their reasons for embarking on a weight loss programme. Even though the ultimate goal suggest that weight loss is the most important aspect, there are other areas in which we know we have achieved our goal. Some are measurable and some are not. The most important thing is you accept the success and be proud of yourself for the steps you are taking to create a healthier you!
I have achieved my goals when:
1. The clothes that I owned 10 years ago can now fit me!
2. I look in the mirror, I like and appreciate what I see.
3. My body measurements are reducing each week even though the weighing scale has not moved.
4. I enjoy simple food with fresh flavours and it doesn't have to be complicated in its preparation.
5. I can live without processed food.
6. I don't overeat and don't feel the need to eat more than what my body can take.
7. I can wear the dresses sold in shops and don't have to look for size XXL.
8. I can say NO to chocolate, ice cream and other sweet treats!
9. I look at food I used to eat and say "I can't believe I used to eat that!"
10. I feel light on my feet and dancing is so much easier!
11. I feel I have more energy, don't huff and puff when I go upstairs and can walk really fast.
12. I say, "I'm so glad I started this adventure!"
There's more...! How do you know when YOU have achieved your goals?
She said she felt more energetic and did not feel hungry since the programme focuses on ensuring we have our 3 meals a day plus 2 snacks in between if we wanted it.
